insider_trades
SEC Form 4 insider transactions.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| limit | No | ||
| ticker | No |
SEC Form 4 insider transactions.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| limit | No | ||
| ticker | No |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations exist, and the description does not disclose any behavioral traits such as pagination, rate limits, or data freshness. The minimal statement offers no insight beyond the tool's subject.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is a single short sentence, which is concise, but it omits essential information. It is front-loaded but not adequately structured for utility.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given two parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description fails to provide sufficient context for effective use. Return values, usage examples, and data source details are missing.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
With 0% schema description coverage and no parameter explanations in the description, the agent lacks any guidance on how to use the 'limit' and 'ticker' fields. This is a critical gap.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly identifies the resource as 'SEC Form 4 insider transactions', which is specific and informative. However, it lacks an explicit verb like 'retrieve' or 'search', making the action slightly ambiguous.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool vs. siblings like 'insider_cluster_brief' or 'edgar_filings'. The description does not indicate prerequisites or context for use.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
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